Nonprofit, nonpartisan civic education organization informing, inspiring, and empowering young citizens since 1971.
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With Close Up, students don’t just visit D.C.—they experience it. From Capitol Hill to other iconic landmarks, they’ll connect, engage, and see how their voice shape democracy.
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What an incredible week in the nation’s capital with 250 students participating in the 5th annual Civics Matters Arizona program, made possible by the @AZCardinals!
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Students explored our nation's memorials through the lens of American values, engaged with the history and ideas that shape the country, and met with policy makers in the heart of the Capitol, including Senator Mark Kelly!
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Thanks to students from Richardton and Flasher who stopped by the Capitol for their @CloseUp_DC visit. We talked about Congress, public service, and issues we are working on for North Dakotans.
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Cultivating students' skills to deliberate economic policy is vital to the prosperity of our country.
The NextGen Roundtable: DC Youth Summit gathered students from schools across the region to share insight and search for solutions on affordability, taxes, housing, and AI.
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...Holton Arms School, James Madison High School, Landon School, MacArthur High School, National Cathedral School, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, Phelps ACE High School, Poolesville High School, The Field School, and The Potomac School.
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Special thanks to our amazing panelists:
- Brianne Nadeau*, @councilofdc
- Sharon Wilson Geno*, @ApartmentWire
- Rebecca Dixon, @NelpNews
- Sanya Bahal, @BPC_Bipartisan
- Conner Hoyt, Latino Economic Development Center
- Joelle Hughley, @UnitedWay
*Close Up Alum
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.@KennethMoton's weekend coverage spotlighted the NextGen Roundtable: DC Youth Summit hosted at @Georgetown's Capitol Campus, where local high school students came together to tackle some of the nation's most pressing policy challenges. @fox5dc
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Close Up Washington retweeted
This past week it was great spending time with @AldineISD students participating in the @CloseUp_DC program.
More than 1 million students from the program come up to Capitol Hill each year to learn the ins and outs of the functions of our government.
These students are the future, and TX-18 will be in good hands with them leading the way.
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Close Up Washington retweeted
Next stop Washington D.C. ✈️
@GallagherGlobal | @DesertFinancial
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Empowering the youth🗣️
Civics Matters 2026 | @GallagherGlobal | @DesertFinancial
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Our fifth-annual Civics Matters trip is officially underway 🇺🇸
High school students from Arizona schools are headed to Washington D.C. where they’ll learn about civics first hand, while exploring our nation’s capital.
@DesertFinancial | @GallagherGlobal
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Close Up Washington retweeted
Educational opportunities and civic engagement are critical to the future of South Texas.
I had the opportunity to meet with students participating in the Society of Martha Washington (SMW) Scholarship Program during their educational visit to Washington, D.C. through @CloseUp_DC.
We talked about the role of Congress, the legislative process, and the importance of participating in our democracy. The students asked thoughtful questions about public policy and shared their perspectives on issues affecting their communities and our country. I also welcomed the groups into the House Appropriations Committee so they could see firsthand where Congress works through funding decisions that impact communities across Texas and the nation.
Programs like the SMW Scholarship Program provide students with valuable opportunities to experience government firsthand, learn about our nation’s history, and gain a deeper understanding of public service and civic responsibility.
Thank you to the Society of Martha Washington, the Close Up Foundation, and the students for taking the time to visit Capitol Hill. I appreciate the conversation and wish them continued success.
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Give students the opportunity to step into democracy, and they’ll rise to meet the moment.
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Close Up was proud to partner with Johnson & Johnson to bring high school students from New Jersey and Massachusetts to the nation’s capital to explore leadership, public policy, and the issues impacting their communities through the J&J Civic Scholars Program.
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We’re grateful to the @JNJNews Federal Affairs Enterprise Initiatives team for helping create a space where students can engage across perspectives, expand their vision, and discover the role they can play in shaping the future.
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The Declaration of Independence turns 250 this year. What better way to mark the occasion than by reflecting on the question: What kind of citizen am I?
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@HooverInst’s Civic Profile Tool is an interactive quiz that measures civic values, knowledge, and engagement. Participate today to spark an insightful conversation: civicprofile.org/
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I have been a part of the @CloseUp_DC Foundation since 1972 when I went as a high school student, then worked for them, and continued going there to work with students at many Inaugural programs. I found my schedule from 1972.
My first day on Capitol Hill! Wash DC
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